Precision Farming Operator: Sprayer & Harvest

Grosvenor Farms Limited; Chester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Grosvenor Farms on the Eaton Estate near Chester is seeking an Agricultural Operator to join the Arable & Maintenance team. You will operate and maintain sprayers and the combine, supporting a wide range of seasonal arable activities and ensure high standards of crop husbandry.

The role offers the opportunity to work with modern machinery, commitment to training, a competitive salary and a generous non-contributory pension along with employee benefits and discounts.

Qualifications

• PA1 and PA2 certificates required.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Telehandler certificate, PA4, NRoSO, BASIS qualifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operating and maintaining the farm sprayer.
• Applying crop protection products and liquid fertilisers accurately and safely.
• Operating the combine during harvest and supporting harvest logistics.
• Maintaining accurate operational and spray records.
• Supporting cultivations, drilling, nutrient applications and forage operations.
• Using GPS guidance and precision farming technology.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Machinery operation

Sprayers and combines

Crop production knowledge

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Education

PA1 certificate

PA2 certificate

PA4 certificate

NRoSO membership

BASIS qualification

Telehandler certificate

Tools

GPS guidance

Precision farming tech

Job description

Grosvenor Farms on the Eaton Estate near Chester is seeking an Agricultural Operator to join the Arable & Maintenance team. You will operate and maintain sprayers and the combine, supporting a wide range of seasonal arable activities and ensure high standards of crop husbandry.

The role offers the opportunity to work with modern machinery, commitment to training, a competitive salary and a generous non-contributory pension along with employee benefits and discounts.